Biden discussed the situation around Ukraine with his aides

Joe Biden held a meeting with administration officials in charge of national security issues at his residence in Camp David, Maryland, and discussed with them the situation around Ukraine and diplomatic engagement with Russia. This was reported by the White House press office.

“President Biden met today at Camp David in person and virtually with his national security team to discuss Russia’s ongoing aggressive actions against Ukraine.

Specifically, Biden was reported “on the current state of Russian military operations” allegedly being conducted “on the border with Ukraine.” He discussed with administration officials “ongoing efforts to de-escalate the situation through diplomacy, as well as a range of deterrence measures that are closely coordinated by allies and partners, including the ongoing delivery of security assistance to Ukraine.”

“President Biden reiterated that should Russia launch a further invasion of Ukraine, the United States will ensure swift and harsh consequences for Russia along with our allies and partners.”